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Honda CRF450RWE 2026

Renamed Honda CRF450R HRC Works Edition for 2027.

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Motocross / Racing

2026 Honda CRF450RWE

450cc

4-stroke

249lb

Curb weight

37.8in

Seat height

12.2in

Front travel

5spd

Gearbox

2026 Honda CRF450RWE overview

Where it ridesRace-ready
  • Street
  • Trail
  • Woods
  • Rocks
  • Desert
  • Track

The 2026 Honda CRF450RWE is a motocross race bike powered by a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 450 cc four-stroke single with SOHC and four valves. Its aluminum frame, 49 mm fully adjustable Showa fork and Pro-Link Showa rear shock each provide 12.2 in of travel. The seat is 37.8 in high, curb weight is 249 lb, and fuel capacity is 1.7 gal. MSRP is $12,599, with a $600 destination charge.

Compared with the CRF450R, the Works Edition has a Hinson clutch basket and cover, Yoshimura exhaust with a stainless-steel header and titanium muffler, Twin Air air filter, and hand-polished cylinder ports, plus dedicated ignition and injection mapping. Its additional equipment includes D.I.D DirtStar LT-X rims, Kashima-coated outer fork tubes, a titanium-nitride coating on the fork legs, a titanium-coated shock shaft, and a D.I.D DM2 gold chain. Honda Selectable Torque Control, HRC Launch Control, and a titanium fuel tank are standard on both trims.

Who it's for

This bike suits experienced motocross riders and racers looking for a competition-focused 450 cc machine for track use. Its 37.8 in seat height and 249 lb curb weight make it a substantial bike to manage, while the adjustable suspension and launch and torque-control systems offer features relevant to race riding. It is not street legal in the US, so it is not intended for riders who need a road-legal motorcycle or beginners looking for a less demanding trail bike.

Quick facts

  • The 2026 Honda CRF450RWE has a 450cc fuel-injected 4-stroke engine, a 5-speed gearbox and electric start.
  • The 2026 CRF450RWE weighs 249 lb ready to ride and has a 37.8 in seat height.
  • The 2026 CRF450RWE runs 80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear tires.
  • The 2026 CRF450RWE takes 1.1 US qt (1.0 L) of 10W-30 engine oil; change it every 6 races or about 15 hours.
  • The 2026 CRF450RWE lists at $12,599 (US MSRP). It is not street legal in the US.

2026 Honda CRF450RWE photos

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2026 Honda CRF450RWE specifications

Engine

Displacement
450cc
Stroke
4-stroke
Fuel system
Fuel injection
Bore × stroke
96 × 62.1 mm
Compression
13.5:1
Cooling
Liquid
Configuration
Single-cylinder
Valve train
SOHC
Valves
4
Engine oil
1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
Oil type
10W-30
Coolant
1.14 US qt (1.08 L)

Clutch

Type
Wet multiplate
Actuation
Hydraulic
Assist
None (standard clutch)

Drivetrain

Starting
Electric
Transmission
5-speed
Chain size
520
Chain links
114
Front sprocket
13T
Rear sprocket
49T

Dimensions

Seat height
37.8″
Ground clearance
13.1″
Wheelbase
58.3″
Width
32.6″
Height
49.8″
Length
85.9″
Curb weight
249 lb
Fuel capacity
1.7 gal

Price & warranty

Destination charge
$600
Colors
Red
Warranty
Sold “as is” with no warranties.

Equipment

Titanium fuel tank
Standard
HRC Launch Control
Standard
Honda Selectable Torque Control
Standard

Frame & steering

Frame material
Aluminum
Rake
27.3°
Trail
4.5″

Suspension

Front
49mm fully adjustable leading-axle inverted telescopic Showa coil-spring fork; Kashima coating on fork tubes, titanium-nitride coating on fork legs
Front travel
12.2″
Rear
Pro-Link system; fully adjustable Showa single shock with titanium-coated 18mm shaft
Rear travel
12.2″

Wheels & tires

Front wheel
21″
Rear wheel
19″
Front tire
80/100-21 51M
Rear tire
120/80-19 63M

Brakes

Front disc
260 mm
Rear disc
240 mm

Stock features

Map switch
Yes
Skid plate
Yes
Street legal (US)
No

Battery / electrical

Battery
Yes
OEM battery
HJ12L
Chemistry
Lithium
Voltage
12V
Capacity
2.3 Ah

2026 Honda CRF450RWE maintenance

From the maker's manuals. Tap a row to see the manual page.

Service intervals

Inspect engine oil
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Change engine oil
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Replace oil filter
Every 6 races or about 15 hours
Clean air filter
Every race or about 2.5 hours
Inspect spark plug
Every race or about 2.5 hours

Spark plug

Spark plug
NGK SILMAR9A-9S
Plug gap
0.031 – 0.035 in (0.80 – 0.90 mm)

Torque specs

Oil drain bolt
13 ft‑lb (18 N·m, 1.8 kgf·m)
Spark plug
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front axle
58 ft‑lb (78 N·m, 8.0 kgf·m)
Front axle pinch bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Rear axle nut
94 ft‑lb (128 N·m, 13.1 kgf·m)
Upper triple clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Lower triple clamp bolts
15 ft‑lb (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m)
Handlebar clamp bolts
16 ft‑lb (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front brake caliper mounting bolts
22 ft‑lb (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m)
Rear sprocket nuts
30 ft‑lb (40 N·m, 4.1 kgf·m)
Front sprocket bolt
23 ft‑lb (31 N·m, 3.2 kgf·m)
Chain adjuster locknut
20 ft‑lb (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m)
Shock absorber mounting nuts
32 ft‑lb (44 N·m, 4.5 kgf·m)

Parts that fit the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE

Exact parts for this bike. Tap one to see every store selling it, cheapest first.

Maintenance

Oil, filters, spark plug, battery, brakes and drive parts you replace as you ride.

Controls

Grips, and the throttle part each bike needs to fit them.

Prices include shipping where the store lists it and were checked Nov 2, 2026. A store that doesn't list its shipping is placed as if it charged what the other stores do. Prices change, so confirm at the store before you buy.

2026 Honda CRF450RWE vs 2025

None of the specs below changed from the 2025 model.

Spec20252026Changed
MSRP$12,599Same
Displacement450ccSame
Curb weight249 lbSame
Seat height37.8 inSame
Front travel12.2 inSame
Fuel1.7 galSame
Gearbox5-speedSame
Front tire80/100-21Same
Rear tire120/80-19Same

Honda CRF450RWE FAQ

  1. What engine does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE have?

    It has a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 450 cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine with SOHC and four valves.

  2. What is the seat height of the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE?

    The seat height is 37.8 in.

  3. How much does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE weigh?

    Its curb weight is 249 lb.

  4. How much suspension travel does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE have?

    It has 12.2 in of travel at both the front and rear.

  5. What is the fuel capacity of the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE?

    The fuel capacity is 1.7 gal.

  6. What engine oil does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE use?

    It uses 10W-30 engine oil, with a capacity of 1.1 US qt (1.0 L).

  7. Is the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE street legal?

    It is not street legal in the US.

  8. How much does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE cost?

    Its MSRP is $12,599, plus a $600 destination charge.

  9. How is the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE different from the CRF450R?

    The Works Edition has a Hinson clutch basket and cover, Yoshimura exhaust with a stainless-steel header and titanium muffler, Twin Air air filter, hand-polished cylinder ports, dedicated ignition and injection mapping, D.I.D DirtStar LT-X rims, Kashima-coated outer fork tubes, a titanium-nitride coating on the fork legs, a titanium-coated shock shaft, a hand-operated fork compression adjuster, D.I.D DM2 gold chain, gray metallic coated triple clamps, Renthal Kevlar grips, and Throttle Jockey Honda HRC Progressive graphics and seat cover. Both trims have Honda Selectable Torque Control, HRC Launch Control, and a titanium fuel tank; MSRP is $12,599 for the CRF450RWE versus $9,699 for the CRF450R.

  10. What size tires does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE use?

    80/100-21 front and 120/80-19 rear.

  11. What spark plug does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE take?

    NGK SILMAR9A-9S, gapped 0.031 – 0.035 in (0.80 – 0.90 mm).

  12. What chain and sprockets does the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE use?

    A 520 chain with 114 links on a 13-tooth front and 49-tooth rear sprocket.

  13. Is the 2026 Honda CRF450RWE different from the 2025 model?

    None of the main specs changed from the 2025 model.

Other Honda CRF450R HRC Works Edition model years

Specs from Honda's owner's and service manuals and Honda's website. Updated .